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Subtitle 44 – Scavenging Recyclable Materials

Current through 2026-07-17. Source: City of Balt., Md., Ord. 26-129. Published by the Baltimore City Department of Legislative Reference.

Balt., Md., Code art. 19, § 44-1 (2026)

§ 44-1 “Scavenging” defined.Copy Citation

“Scavenging” means removing recyclable materials from a designated recycling container or area without approval from the owner or operator of the recycling operation designated to recover and process the materials.
History: Ord. 91-665
Balt., Md., Code art. 19, § 44-2 (2026)

§ 44-2 Prohibited conduct.Copy Citation

It is unlawful for any person not authorized by the Director of Public Works to remove or cause to be removed, any materials separated for the purpose of recycling and set at curbside or other pick-up locations for collection by authorized collectors.
History: Ord. 91-665
History: Ord. 15-435
Balt., Md., Code art. 19, § 44-3 (2026)

§ 44-3Copy Citation

Reserved
Balt., Md., Code art. 19, § 44-4 (2026)

§ 44-4 Penalties.Copy Citation

Any person violating a provision of this subtitle is guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction thereof, shall be fined not more than $500.
History: Ord. 91-665